Buyer 1

Wasatch Product Development LLC, a contract manufacturer for personal care products, is looking for a qualified candidate to join our team. Responsibilities Place orders by reviewing data received from operating system and placing the order with the supplier. Receive purchase order confirmations for orders, update the system with due dates, confirm pricing, and address any discrepancies with suppliers. Update system with any price quotes and vendor details. Review open orders report weekly to ensure items are on schedule for delivery. Review shortage reports daily to determine requirements and place order accordingly. Request tracking information and updates as needed. Request documentation from suppliers for warehouse and/or quality department as needed. Notify sales, customer service representatives, and scheduling of any delays of materials that may prohibit us from reaching the customer's due date. Solve problems that may arise with orders and the shipment. Follow through until material has arrived and invoices have been paid. Communicate with vendors and suppliers. Provide support to vendors, production, planning, sales, customer services representatives, research and development, and quality control. Request samples and information for different departments as needed. Review and resolve supplier invoice discrepancies. Exercise responsibility for accurate and timely performance of all activities. Meet with suppliers and maintain a working relationship. Work through rejections by working with the supplier and quality department. Negotiate pricing with suppliers. Notify manager of any price increases over 3%, supply shortages from suppliers, or force majeures. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Purchasing Manager. Qualifications High School Diploma 1-2 years of experience in Procurement preferred Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Outlook Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task is required Exceptional organization skills Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to take initiative and be proactive in buyer role Self-starter Dependable Terms Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Benefits Medical, Dental, Eye coverage 401K (eligible after a year) Paid time off (eligible after 90‑day trial period) Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; supplemental life, voluntary short-term, and disability insurance; free access to therapists; health savings account and 401k; vacation policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr WASA Wasatch Product Development